USA EV Comparison: Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD vs Lexus RZ 300e

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) has a starting price of $55150, while the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture France Japan
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $55150
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $42998
GCC Score 6.7 6

Range and Efficiency

While the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 266 mi
Range (WLTP) 312 mi 298 mi
Range (GCC) 265 mi 253 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 77 kWh 72.8 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 73 kWh 64 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 27.5 kWh/100 mi 25.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.63 mi/kWh 3.95 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.5 7.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 kW, while the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) maxes out at 150 kW.

The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is limited to 7.6 kW.

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 7.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 160 kW 150 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.4 5

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) has more power, the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 157 kW 150 kW
Motor Power (hp) 211 hp 201 hp
Motor Torque 254 lb-ft 196 lb-ft
0-60 mph 8.6 s 7.8 s
Top Speed 106 mph 99 mph
Performance Score 3.5 3.3

Dimensions

The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Length 188.6 in 189.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 83 in - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 74.6 in 74.6 in
Height 66.7 in 64.4 in
Wheelbase 114.2 in 112.2 in

Cargo and Towing

The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).

Property Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD Lexus RZ 300e
Number of Seats 7 5
Curb Weight 4890 lb 4277 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 26.4 ft3 18.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 64.1 ft3 51.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 2205 lb 1653 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.8 7.1
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